Sonny Bill Williams didn’t take the loss lightly. He left the ring immediately after the fight, skipping the post-fight interview and exiting the arena without a word.
Paul Gallen defeated SBW via a split decision. The judges scored the fight 77-74, 74-77, and 76-75.
SBW started strong, showing energy and rhythm in his jabs. But Gallen gained momentum in the final rounds and took control.
After the fight, Gallen remained calm. He said, “I probably lost one round, maybe another was close. It’s surprising a judge even gave it to SBW.”
“I clearly won that fight. The crowd cheered for me. There’s no doubt about the result.”
SBW didn’t speak a word. He left straightaway, leaving fans and the media stunned.
Gallen, ending a long-standing rivalry, said, “I got the job done. I’m not here to brag.”
It was a fight full of drama, passion, and fire — one fans won’t forget anytime soon.
